Contact
Program Manager: Harald Leder
E-mail: summer-academy@lsu.edu
Telephone: 225-578-0524
High School Summer Academy is operated by the Gordon A. Cain Center for STEM Literacy
(222 Prescott Hall).
What to pack
As you prepare for a great week of living on campus, we have created this printable checklist so you can make sure that you have everything you will need.
Personal Items
- Pillow
- Twin XL bed linens
- Bath towel
- Swim towel
- Soap/deodorant
- Toothpaste/brush
- Shower cap/slippers
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Comb/brush
- Personal hygiene items
- Laundry bag
- Cash ($40–$100) for:
- snacks;
- incidentals;
- souvenirs; or
- ice cream from the LSU Dairy Store.
- Medication:
- Over-the-counter drugs must be in its original container.
- LSU prohibits students from sharing any type of medication.
- LSU staff will not dispense any type of medication or offer pharmaceutical advice.
- Prescription drugs must be in its original container bearing a licensed physician's instructions.
Clothing
- Casual wear
- Active wear
- Rain wear
- Pajamas
- Light jacket or sweater
- One pair of long pants
- Swimsuit
- Undergarments
Personal Gear
- Backpack
- Sunscreen
- Umbrella
- Flashlight or head lamp
- Personal water bottle
- Insect repellent
- Sunglasses
Footwear
- Sneakers
- Sandals
- Dress shoes
Optional items
- Cash*
- Snacks
- Hair dryer
- Books or magazines
Do not bring the following items
- Tobacco
- Alcohol
- Illegal drugs
- Weapons
- Valuables:
- Tablets
- Laptops
- Portable gaming equipment
Neither LSU nor the Gordon A. Cain STEM Literacy Center, nor any Summer Academy staff is responsible for loss, theft, or damage to any item or valuable belonging.